Family of Hamilton man gunned down in driveway in 2018 want answers: Police

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Published February 10, 2022 at 7:52 am

Marko (Mark) Bakir was shot to death outside his west mountain home in November 2018. His family and police continue to look for answers. (Hamilton Police)

Hamilton Police are appealing to the community as they continue to investigate the murder of a local man gunned down in his driveway in 2018.

In a press release issued Thursday (Feb. 10), police said they have been investigating the murder of Marko (Mark) Bakir for the past three years but they continue to seek witnesses.

“Investigators have information that there are individuals in our community as well as outside of Hamilton who have pertinent information but have yet to come forward to police,” the release said.

“Marko is a son, brother, uncle and friend to many, they miss him deeply and are looking for answers in his murder.”

Bakir was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds outside his home on Clifton Downs Road on the west mountain just after 8 p.m. on Nov. 22, 2018. Life-saving measures were attempted, but Bakir was pronounced dead at the scene.

Hamilton Police released a recent statement from Bakir’s family on Thursday, in which they appeal for help in obtaining justice:

“Mark Bakir was a loving, caring and altruistic son, brother, friend and uncle. He was spontaneous and lived his life to the fullest. He loved going on vacations, spending time with his family and spoiling his two dogs Rex and Diamond. If you had to describe Marko in one word, it would simply be loveable. He was loved by everyone. He posted positive, encouraging quotes daily, was supportive and would give you the shirt off his back. He was very unique.

There’s not a day that goes by where he doesn’t cross our minds. Holidays, family gatherings and life itself is less sweet without Marko. We all miss him unconditionally and still can’t believe he has been gone for more than 3 years.

We pray you are at peace smiling down at us in heaven. The memories we have with you will never be forgotten and cherished forever. You will always be in our hearts and prayers. Your family and friends all wish you were here as you are deeply missed. The fact that you’re no longer here with us will always cause us pain, but you’re forever in our hearts until we meet again. We love you until the end of time Marko. We are pleading for anyone with information regarding Mark’s murder to contact the Hamilton Police

Homicide Unit so we can get answers and get justice so we can continue into the next stage of the grieving process.”

Police said they continue to look for any information that could lead to the identity of the individual(s) responsible for the murder of Marko Bakir.

Anyone with information that could assist investigators is encouraged to call Detective Robert Di Ianni of the Homicide Unit at 905-546-3836.

To provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online.

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